Kathmandu, Sept. 24 -- Authorities in several parts of the country have imposed travel restrictions, suspended night-time transport and closed schools as the Meteorological Forecasting Division warned of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds.

The Pathibhara Area Development Committee has urged devotees to postpone visits to the Pathibhara temple in Taplejung during the rainy spell, citing the risk of landslides and road blockages.

"Given the difficult geography and poor road conditions, travel to the area could be risky," said committee Executive Director Prajin Hangbang. The appeal came after the weather office forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds.

The District Administration Office in Chitwan has a...